Blog: Donostia, by locals
We want to use our tourism blog to give a voice to everyone who has experienced Donostia, so that you can all share experiences from a personal perspective, showing us authentic, undiscovered and alternative places. Above all, we want you to immerse yourself in the city and enjoy San Sebastian to the maximum!
San Sebastian Tourism Blog
The Tour de France returns to Donostia / San Sebastián
In July the Tour is back in Donostia / San Sebastián, meaning that for all cycling enthusiasts the summer of 2023 will be unforgettable!
- 2023 Mar 14
- Donostik-tak
Pasaia Maritime Festival: You’ll be looking out to sea from 9 to 12 May
The sea will be awash with sails, traditional boats and culture, from Thursday 9 May to Sunday 12.
- 2023 Mar 05
The San Sebastian Carnival
San Sebastian is filling with humour and colour! Carnivals are coming! From 27 February to 4 March 2025. Take a look at the programme!
- 2023 Feb 19
The Basque carnivals
Although carnivals are held across the world, the ones that are held in many of the Basque Country’s villages are very special. You can still find carnivals that are deeply rooted in Basque traditions and Mother Earth.
- 2023 Feb 18
- Donostik-tak
TOP 5: Pintxos in Antiguo
The Antiguo district has it all: Ondarreta beach, the Wind Comb sculpture, Palacio Miramar ... and some of the tastiest pintxos in the entire city!
- 2023 Jan 06
- Donostik-tak
TOP 5: Pintxos in Amara
We follow the River Urumea and arrive in Amara, the city's sports district. This is famous because it's home to the Real Sociedad Stadium, and so if you're keen on football, it's a good option for you. There's a fantastic atmosphere there before and after the game.
- 2023 Jan 06
- Donostik-tak
TOP 5: Pintxos in Gros
The Gros district is youthful and modern, with its aura of surfing, concerts and terraces. When we go to have a few pintxos around Gros, it's not uncommon to meet barefoot surfers making their way to Zurriola beach.
- 2023 Jan 06
- Donostik-tak
The TOP Pintxos in the Historical Quarter
Donostia's old town is a genuine treasure trove for those yearning for history, architecture and, of course, our pintxos. There are as many styles of pintxos as there are bars.
- 2023 Jan 06
- Donostik-tak
The TOP Pintxos in the Centre
Donostia city centre is full of little shops. Broad avenues taking us back to the Belle Époque, a delightful stroll to windowshop and, of course, have a few pintxos.
- 2023 Jan 06
- Donostik-tak
Places to explore in San Sebastian and have great adventures with children.
- 2022 Dec 06
Discover the new and charming hotels in San Sebastian
In recent years Donostia has been witness to a burgeoning array of hotels so that those who visit us can enjoy San Sebastian to the full. Most of the new accommodation offered are hotels with a certain charm due to their location, style, size or functional characteristics.
- 2022 Oct 11
- DonosTeaser
